NOVICA Artisan Handmade African Wood Mask Multicolor Woodbrass Ghana Masks [10.5in H x 5.25in W x 3.2in D] ' Big Man'

Novica works together with talented artists, artisans, and designers around the world to produce stunning, keepsake handmade treasures.About this item: Red and yellow stripes stand out on this captivating mask from West Africa's Abdul Razak. The artisan hand carves the mask from local sese wood, adds textured brass and aluminum plating, then dabs notes of deep blue around the nose and mouth.Hand-crafted item -- color, size and/or motif may vary slightlyIntended as wall decorAbout our Artist: 'My father, who is also a carver, introduced me to crafts. I started with sandpapering at the age of ten after school. After I mastered that skill, I moved on to learn how to cut the brass and aluminum used to adorn the mask. I also was trained in painting masks and applying beads to them. The fixing of the beads happens to be a difficult part, but the final outcome of the artwork and their attractive, beautiful nature are what make me want to affix the beads over and over again. When I completed high school, I decided to continue in this field. I worked together with my father for a while before he agreed to let me be on my own. I work in his workshop but can sell my designs myself. I therefore have to come up with my own styles. What attracts me most about my art is creating beaded designs, because it is believed that beads are very attractive and drive attention to the work. My hope and dream is to become a renowned artist of my time.'

• Size: 10.5 in. H x 5.25 in. W x 3.2 in. D
• Handmade by Novica artisans using time-honored traditional methods
• Includes an official card certifying the item is authentic, artisan crafted and of exceptional quality
• Quality craftsmanship: Novica works with artisan Abdul Razak to craft this item
• Product info: Sese wood, aluminum plate, brass plate